Cheddar Stuffed Franks in Buns

Elevate your next casual meal or game-day gathering with these irresistible Cheddar Stuffed Franks in Buns! This quick and easy recipe transforms ordinary hot dogs into melty, cheesy delights by stuffing them with sharp cheddar before baking. Wrapped in buttery, garlic-herb brushed buns, each bite delivers a perfect balance of savory and indulgent flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes and customizable with your favorite toppings—whether it’s ketchup, mustard, or caramelized onions—this crowd-pleaser is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Discover how to make these oven-baked cheesy hot dogs your new go-to comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Hot dogs
• 4 oz Cheddar cheese
• 8 pieces Hot dog buns
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Dried parsley
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0 Optional toppings (ketchup, mustard, relish, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut a slit lengthwise in each hot dog, being careful not to cut all the way through, creating a pocket.

Step 3

Slice the cheddar cheese into thin sticks approximately 1/4 inch wide and the same length as the hot dogs.

Step 4

Stuff each slit hot dog with one or two sticks of cheddar cheese until full but not overflowing.

Step 5

Place the cheddar-stuffed hot dogs into the hot dog buns and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.

Step 6

In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (about 15-20 seconds in the microwave).

Step 7

Stir the garlic powder, dried parsley, and salt into the melted butter.

Step 8

Using a pastry brush, coat the tops of the buns with the seasoned butter mixture.

Step 9

Bake the hot dogs in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the buns are lightly golden.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

Serve warm with your favorite toppings, such as ketchup, mustard, relish, or even caramelized onions!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(961.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2789.4

Total Fat 138.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 357.3mg	0%
Sodium 7419.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 100.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1207.8mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 951.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 40.1%